LaPolla Introduces SPF Equipment Financing Program

HOUSTON, TX--(Marketwire - January 19, 2009) - LaPolla Industries, Inc. (OTCBB: LPAD) ("LaPolla"), a leading manufacturer and supplier of spray foam insulation and coatings designed to reduce energy consumption in the commercial and residential new construction and retrofit markets, today announced that it has entered into an agreement with Landmark Financial Corporation to provide equipment financing for customers.

LaPolla's spray polyurethane foam (SPF) insulation systems are applied in residential, commercial and industrial buildings with spray equipment. By offering an equipment financing option, LaPolla is removing a critical barrier to entry for the thousands of conventional fiberglass insulation businesses desiring to retool to take advantage of SPF insulation opportunities. SPF insulation is one of the fasted growing markets in the construction industry.

"This is another significant step by LaPolla to develop and make available programs that facilitate the transition of conventional insulation businesses to the energy efficient SPF insulation business," stated Douglas J. Kramer, President and CEO of LaPolla. "The availability of competitive equipment financing program for our customers further propels LaPolla's growth prospects for 2009 and beyond," concluded Mr. Kramer.

About LaPolla Industries, Inc.

LaPolla Industries, Inc. is a leading manufacturer and supplier of spray polyurethane foam for insulation and coatings targeting commercial and residential applications in the building envelope construction industries. For more information, visit www.lapolla.com.

About Landmark Financial Corporation

Landmark Financial Corporation offers a full service approach to equipment financing. As a direct underwriter, Landmark Financial eliminates the middleman, to save clients money and provide a more seamless experience. The company offers financing for a wide variety of equipment. For more information, visit www.lfcinc.com.

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Contact Information: LaPolla Industries, Inc. Contacts: Douglas J. Kramer CEO Michael T. Adams CGO (281) 219-4700 Public Relations Contacts: Adam Handelsman 5W Public Relations (212) 999-5585 ahandelsman@5wpr.com